A midsize jet is a common choice for a Las Vegas trip that crosses several states in one leg.
Cessna introduced the Citation Excel in 1998. It seats 7 to 8 with a published range of 1,858 nautical miles and a cruise speed of 441 knots. The aircraft has a service ceiling of 45,000 feet, 90 cubic feet of baggage volume and an enclosed lavatory.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Cessna (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 1998
- Seating: 7 to 8
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,858 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 441 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 52.5 feet
- Wingspan: 56.3 feet
- Height: 17.2 feet
- Baggage volume: 90 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Cessna Citation Excel Fits Las Vegas
With 1,858 nautical miles of published range, it covers trips from Las Vegas to destinations such as Aspen, Cabo San Lucas and Nashville, allowing for reserves and routing. CES in January and the NBAA business aviation convention in October fill the Las Vegas ramps, so aircraft for those weeks are worth booking early.
Las Vegas trips in this class usually run from Harry Reid International (KLAS), Henderson Executive (KHND) or North Las Vegas (KVGT), depending on where you are staying and the time of day. Whether the aircraft can use a particular airport on your date depends on its weight and that day’s temperature and wind. The operator works that out, and your advisor will confirm it before anything is booked.
How Las Vegas Clients Use the Cessna Citation Excel
This is the category for a full day of travel. Las Vegas clients book midsize jets for trips across several states, and for convention groups that want to work on the way home.
Tell us the route, how many people are flying and what they are bringing, and your advisor will confirm whether this aircraft suits the trip or suggest one that does.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
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- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
- Estimated hourly rate: $4,500 to $5,800 (as of 10/2026)
Other Midsize Jets Available
- Cessna Citation III
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- Gulfstream G100 / G150 / Astra
- Hawker 700 / 750XP
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Citation Excel / XLS charter in or out of Las Vegas, call an advisor at 1-888-987-5387, or send the trip through our contact page. You can read how we review operators and crews on our safety page, and compare other categories in the aircraft gallery.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.